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HI HB1915

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kanani Souza

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits intentionally or knowingly placing tacks, nails, screws, glass, wire, bottles, or other injurious materials on highways, lanes, roads, streets, and alleys in Hawaii
  • Addresses reported incidents of deliberate tire-damaging materials left on roads in Oahu's Kaimuki and Makakilo areas
  • Requires immediate removal of any destructive materials dropped or thrown on roadways, including debris from wrecked vehicles
  • First offense constitutes a violation; escalates to petty misdemeanor if committed within one year of a prior traffic offense, or misdemeanor after two or more prior offenses
  • Intent to cause physical harm or damage elevates the charge to a misdemeanor regardless of prior offenses; effective date set for July 1, 3000

Legislative Description

Relating To Injurious Materials.

Penalties

Last Action

The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs2/20/2026
Transportation1/28/2026

Full Bill Text

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